Elastic Bands On Braces?

Question

Today I went to the dentist and they put Elastic bands on my back teeth. The attach from the top teeth to the bottom, I have one on each side. I was told to wear them all the time (except when eating) and I have to change them everyday. So anywho what are they and are they hard to get used to, can you eat a snack without taking them. How long do they generally stay in. My next appointment is the 17th of september.

Answer 1

There not to bad, you'll get used to them in a few days, also you can eat a snack, it just depends on your comfort level with the rubber bands on.  

Answer 2

No they are not that hard to get used to and its not such a big deal,

although you have to take each of teh elastics when you eat,

YOU ARE NOT SUPPOSED TO EAT WITH THEM ON.

You get them for about 1-5 months, use them correctly

and you your orthodontic treatment will finish very soon